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Amazon increases parental leave, offers paid paternity leave for first time

Amazon has increased the amount of leave time it is giving to new parents, joining a host of other tech companies that are extending benefits in order to attract top talent.

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Nation Oct 30

SXSW walks back its decision to cancel panels on gaming and harassment

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Astronaut Scott Kelly sets record for most days in orbit

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Arts Oct 13

Marlon James becomes first Jamaican-born author to win Man Booker prize

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